Empowering you to overcome life's challenges
At Beginnings Counseling & Recovery, we understand that every individual is unique, with their own set of struggles and challenges. Our mission is to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and collaborative environment where individuals, couples, and families can find the support and guidance they need to overcome life's obstacles.
Our Story
Our founder, Isabel Tanenbaum, is a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Master Certified Addictions Professional (MCAP) with over 24 years of experience in the field. Her personal belief is that life is a journey, where each day we add another piece to our individual puzzle of life. Sometimes, these pieces don't fit the way we think they should, and that's where we come in.
Our Services
We offer comprehensive counseling services in most areas, with special expertise in individual, couple, family, and adolescent psychotherapy. Our services include:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
- Emotional Feeling Technique (EFT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Trauma psychotherapy for stress disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)
- Substance abuse counseling
- Domestic violence and anger management
- Relationship and family issues arising from parenting, parenting coordination, divorce, and blended families
- Mood disorders like depression, anxiety, and bipolarism
Our Approach
At Beginnings Counseling & Recovery, we believe that everyone fits in somewhere, and it just takes a while to figure it out. Our commitment to you is to develop skills to effectively deal with life's challenges, empowering you with practical tools and different understandings. We work collaboratively with our clients to develop a plan that suits their unique needs, providing a safe and supportive environment for growth and change.
.locations
Beginnings Counseling & Recovery is located in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville and welcomes individuals, couples, and families from all of Northeast Florida, including Duval County, St. Johns County, Clay County, Nassau County, Volusia County, Flagler County, and Baker County, including Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, Fernandina Beach, Vilano Beach, Amelia Island, St. Augustine, Orange Park, San Marco, Mandarin, Southside, Lakewood, St. Johns, Nocatee, Macclenny, Palatka, and the Palm Coast.
Therapist Reviews
Overall Experience
The reviewers have had an overwhelmingly positive experience with their therapists, Isa and Carmella. They have been praised for their exceptional listening skills, knowledge, and compassionate approach.
Therapist's Strengths
The therapists have been commended for their:
- Strong listening skills: They take the time to understand their clients' problems and provide personalized support.
- Compassionate and understanding nature: They are empathetic and caring, making their clients feel comfortable and supported.
- Knowledge and expertise: They possess extensive knowledge and experience in their field, providing valuable guidance and advice.
- Professionalism and comfort: They create a safe and comforting environment, making it easy for clients to open up and share their concerns.
